Most of the workers are subcontractors. If they drive a USPS mail truck, they're federal employees and not allowed to receive tips. If you see a private vehicle for the carrier at your station, that person is a subcontractor and bids for the job. They work hard for us, receive a poor wage and most definitely deserve our tips. Ditto the newspaper delivery folks.
If you're going to tip your lawn guys, give the tip directly to each individual. Adding the tip to your monthly payment pretty much guarantees that the guys who actually do the work won't see a dime in most cases. Ditto your house cleaners.
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Army/embassy brat - traveled too much to mention
Moved here from SF Bay Area (East Bay)
"There are only two ways to live your life: One is as though nothing is a miracle; the other is as though everything is a miracle." Albert Einstein
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